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Drops of Ink

The student news publication of Libertyville High School

Drops of Ink

The student news publication of Libertyville High School

Drops of Ink

Exemption Exceptions

Exemption Exceptions

Hannah Hutchins and Olivia Griffith September 24, 2015

Junior and senior years: an exciting time full of tons of new privileges, one of which, for some, is having the opportunity to exempt from gym class. However, the qualifications are often unclear to students. The...

Bake sales will be allowed outside the cafeteria all year for fundraisers and clubs.

Bake Sales are Back

Manal Ahmed, Entertainment Editor September 21, 2015

Despite the reports that Libertyville High School will have limited bake sales this year, the LHS administration is excited to announce that this is not true and that bake sale policies will remain the...

Laura Zeng competing in the summer prior to her big win.

Laura Zeng Makes Rhythmic Gymnastics History

Maddie Werner, Online Editor September 14, 2015

Laura Zeng, a sophomore at Libertyville High School has managed to be a fully enrolled student while dominating Rhythmic Gymnastics as well. She placed 8th in the all-around at the World Rhythmic Gymnastics...

LHS students art and writing displayed in the 2014-2015 magazine.

Slant of Light Hopes For a Revival

Lola Akinlade, Staff Writer September 11, 2015

The LHS literary magazine, Slant of Light, remains unknown to many students, but this year plans to revamp its image. “The purpose is to showcase and celebrate, I'd say, the literary and artistic...

The Supreme Court of the United States legalized nationwide marriage equality in a 5-4 ruling on June 26, 2015.

Love Wins in America

Hannah Boufford, Editor-in-Chief June 26, 2015

On Friday, June 26, the Supreme Court set a new civil right in the United States by legalizing national marriage equality in a 5-4 vote, guaranteeing a constitutional right to same-sex marriage. This...

The LHS main parking lot construction will make some entrances unavailable.

LHS Undergoes Summer Construction

Becky DeAcetis, Staff Writer June 2, 2015

Over the summer, there will be major construction at LHS; the pool doors will be finished, the parking lot will be torn up and repaired, and the entire second floor tiling will be replaced. In addition...

Mosquito populations can be reduced with Oxitec mosquitoes.

Will Genetically Modified Mosquitoes Be Released in the US?

June 2, 2015

All of us have experienced the annoying sensation of a mosquito bite -- or several bites, in many cases. You’re out enjoying the sunshine, when you feel the subtle prick and then you can’t stop itching....

Map of Ukraine showing the area of control by pro-Russian separatists.

Tension in the Air: Russia and the Ukraine

Marijke Sommer, Staff Writer June 2, 2015

February 2014 marked the beginning of the Russian and Ukrainian crisis, which has continued throughout this year. Recently, there has been little government-sanctioned fighting between these two countries...

Mr. Ratzer will be leaving his District 128 Board position.

District 128 Board Member Resigns

Mike Gasick, Sports Editor June 1, 2015

Due to the resignation of District 128 Board of Education member Mr. William Ratzer, District 128 officials are currently looking for applicants to fill the vacant seat. Ratzer served on the Board for...

Currently a physics teacher at LHS, Mr. Cooks active duty ended in 2009, but he still remains part of the IRR.

A ThermoDynamic Presence

Gabby Struik, Staff Writer June 1, 2015

In America, war veterans are seen as national icons. They are on par with superheroes like Captain America as they fight for the ideals that represent this country. For many, it’s an honor to meet a...

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